The Forestry Commission has warned that ongoing political meddling is weakening Ghana’s efforts to stop illegal mining, known locally as galamsey, and is hurting enforcement work. At a year‑end press briefing in Accra on Monday, December 15, 2025, the Commission’s CEO, Dr. Hugh C. A. Brown, said some politicians and regional officials are still interfering with operations and…
Former Speaker of Parliament, Professor Mike Oquaye, has raised concerns about Ghana’s frequent dependence on the International Monetary Fund, warning that repeated bailouts are not a lasting solution to the country’s economic problems. Speaking on Channel One TV on Monday, December 15, he noted that Ghana has gone to the IMF about 17 times, mainly…
Former Speaker of Parliament Professor Mike Oquaye has said that rising political disagreements in Ghana are weakening the country’s sense of togetherness and making people less confident that laws will be applied fairly. Speaking on Channel One TV on Monday, December 15, he said the country has become too split along party lines and urged…
Colombia’s Vice President, Francia Elena Márquez Mina, has said Ghana is a key partner in her country’s plan to grow trade and economic links because of the long-standing historical and cultural connections between the two nations. She made the comments while leading a business delegation to the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority to look at investment…
The government has fixed GH¢12 per kilogram as the minimum price for raw cashew nuts for the 2025/26 season to safeguard farmers’ earnings and support the development of the cashew sector.The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) made the decision after a stakeholder meeting on December 10, 2025, in Techiman, which brought together farmers, traders, middlemen,…
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has praised the management of the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) for prioritising teacher preparation, embracing digital advancement, maintaining high educational standards, and turning out graduates who are well equipped for employment. He made the remarks in a speech delivered on his behalf at the first session of UEW’s 30th congregation…
Former Speaker of Parliament, Professor Mike Oquaye, has spoken against the government’s lithium mining deal with Barari DV, saying the royalty terms are unfair and do not favour Ghana. His comments followed Parliament’s decision on December 10 to withdraw the revised agreement for further consultations after concerns were raised that the proposed 10 percent royalty,…
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has publicly criticised the Bono Regional Minister for getting involved in the Sampa chieftaincy dispute by acting in his political capacity, saying that kind of political interference in traditional matters is wrong and cannot be accepted. Speaking during the last Asanteman Council meeting of 2025 at the Manhyia Palace…
